Join the team at JCC Greater Boston as an Office Administrator for Camp Kaleidoscope, our Summer Day Camp! This dynamic position offers a unique opportunity to be part of a vibrant and inclusive camp community. As the Office Administrator, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of the camp by providing administrative support, managing camper registrations, coordinating transportation logistics, and maintaining communication with camp families and staff. If you are highly organized, detail-oriented, and possess exceptional communication skills, we invite you to apply for this exciting summer job!
As an Office Administrator at Camp Kaleidoscope, you will work closely with the Camp Director and other camp leadership to ensure a successful summer camp experience for all participants. You will handle camper registrations and paperwork, manage transportation logistics, process payments, and assist with various administrative tasks. Additionally, you will serve as a point of contact for camp families, providing information and addressing any questions or concerns.
At JCC Greater Boston, we are committed to creating a nurturing and inclusive environment for all campers. We believe in providing high-quality programming that promotes physical activity, creativity, and social-emotional development. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the success of our camp community while gaining valuable experience in a fast-paced and rewarding summer camp setting.
Schedule Full-time seasonal: June 17 through August 16. 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, Mondays through Fridays
Responsibilities

• Manage the summer camp office, including communication, attendance, supplies and related documentation
• Manage Bus Attendance and Camper/ Staff Attendance logs
• Update Staff and Camper information in our database system
• Input scheduling changes as needed
• Organize and manage supplies, snacks, lunch, staff food, lost and found
• Initiate and answer calls and emails from parents

Requirements Bachelor's degree preferred or related field experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted at the JCC's discretion to meet minimum criteria. Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and familiarity with the needs of families with young children
• Outstanding project management skills, ability to manage deadlines with great attention to detail while maintaining high-quality standards
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and manage situations effectively and diplomatically; ability to adapt to evolving needs and circumstances
• Must be a self-starter who takes the initiative
• Superb interpersonal and active listening skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Works well independently and with others, building/sustaining collaborative working relationships
• Ability to build strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders

Organization Information Since opening its doors in 1983, JCC Greater Boston has been committed to its mission of creating a vibrant, inclusive, and diverse community by nurturing meaningful and lasting relationships. Through our network of early learning centers, day camps, regional teen and family programs, health and wellness offerings, and adult arts and ideas classes, JCC Greater Boston provides highly valued connection, learning and experiences for the Jewish community and friends.
JCC Greater Boston staff enjoy working in an innovative, friendly and welcoming environment where their talents and contributions are appreciated. In our recent employee survey staff gave a rating of close to 90% positive for their experiences of direct management and organizational alignment. If you are interested in upgrading your working experience and/or having a better work-life balance, we encourage you to explore becoming part of the JCC team!
The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonate with all.
To learn more about what makes JCC Greater Boston a wonderful place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.bostonjcc.org/careers/
JCC Greater Boston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, or disability. In a continuing effort to maintain and enrich a diverse environment, we actively encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented groups. Benefits In addition to a rewarding position where you care for a community, the JCC Greater Boston provides competitive benefits, including:

• A competitive salary
• A fun, active work culture and community
• Complimentary summer access to the JCC Greater Boston facility in Newton - offering indoor swimming and workout facilities
• Parents working full time may have their child attend camp for free for the weeks they are working
• Outstanding working environment, including convenient, free parking
• Camp Kaleidoscope offers free camp bus service from Cambridge, Brookline, Framingham, Sudbury and Wayland

Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization.